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Sanitation Managment Test 1
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Undergraduate 1
09/02/2013

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Define Sanitary vs Clean
Definition

Clean is when you get rid of dirt and other things off the surface of something

 

Sanitary is when you reduce the amount of microorganisms on a surface

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Which food-borne illnesses can be prevented by vaccination?
Definition
Hepatitis A and Norovirus
Term
What is a virus?
Definition
A pathogen which requires a host to survive usually causes illness through incorrect personal hygiene
Term
What is a parasite?
Definition
An organism that needs a host to survive. Usually causes illness through cross contamination
Term
Three types of food contamination and examples of each
Definition
  • Physical
  • fingernails, hair, metal shavings
  • Chemical
  • Excess concentration of chemicals, bleach, degreasers
  • Biological
  • Bacteria, viruses, parasites, funji, mold
Term
What food are associated with salmonella?
Definition
Poultry and eggs
Term
What is the most effective method to prolong the lag phase of the bacterial growth curve?
Definition
Controlling time and temperature
Term
What is the temperature danger zone?
Definition
41 degrees F - 135 degrees F
Term
When should food handlers wash their hands?
Definition
After doing almost anything. Using the restroom, handling raw meat poultry and seafood, touching hair face or body, handling chemicals, handling money, eating drinking or chewing/smoking tobacco products ect
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Why should employees not eat or chew gum on the hot line?
Definition
The food items in the mouth could get into the food that is cooking
Term
How can we prevent toxins in food?
Definition
Prevent time temperature abuse
Term
What is cross contamination?
Definition
When microrganisms come into contact with foods which are clean due to improper preperation, storage, cooking, cooling ect
Term
How can we prevent or minimize cross contamination?
Definition
Using seperate equipment, cleaning and sanatizing, prepping food at different times, buying prepared foods
Term
What microorganism do we typically find on the hands, nose, and skin of healthy adults?
Definition

Staphylococcus aureus

Term
What foods are commonly associated with allergic reactions?
Definition
peanuts, treenuts, shellfish, dairy products, wheat, soy, fish, eggs
Term
What are the most common symptoms of allergic reactions to food?
Definition
Shortness of breath, hives or itching, sweeling of various body parts, nausea
Term
What is the most important responsibility of the food-service manager?
Definition
Minimizing the risk of foodborne illness
Term
Which groups are most susceptible to foodborne illnesses?
Definition
Preschool age children, pregnant women, elderly, immune compromised
Term
What or who is the most responsible for food becoming unsafe?
Definition
Food handlers practicing unsanitary procedures such as cross contamination and poor hygiene
Term
How can we minimize Scromboid poisoning in swordfish?
Definition
Prevent time temperature abuse of swordfish fillets to prevent the creation of the bacteria which creates the bacteria
Term
What is FATTOM?
Definition

FAT TOM is the acroynm that tells us what bacteria need to grow and cause foodborne illness.


F-Food

A-Acidity

T-Time

T-Temperature

O-Oxygen

M-Moisture

 

Term
What do molds require in order to live and reproduce?
Definition
Acidic food with low water activity
Term
What type of jewelry is the only type generally acceptable to wear to work?
Definition
A plain flat wedding band
Term
What is a foodborne illness outbreak?
Definition
When two or more people have the same symptoms after eating the same food
Term
What is a foodborne illness?
Definition
a disease transimmted to people by food
Term
How long should the hand washing process take place?
Definition
20 seconds
Term
Describe the steps in successful hand washing procedures?
Definition

1. Wet the hands and arms

2. Apply Soap

3. Scrub hands and arms vigorously

4. Rinse hands and arms thoroughly

5. Dry hands and arms

Term
What is the definition of a person who is considered a “carrier?”
Definition
A person who carries pathogens and infect others, yet never get sick themselves
Term
Where do we typically find the Hepatitis A virus?
Definition
Contaminated water
Term
What foodborne illnesses require an employee to be sent home?
Definition
Hepatitus A, Salmonella, E.Coli, Norovirus, Shigella
Term
What should food handlers do with their hair before working?
Definition
Put it up and underneath a hat or hair net
Term
What should we do to foods that contain molds that are NOT a natural part of the food?
Definition

Throw them away

Sometimes the areas can be cut away at least 2 inches

Term
What are some examples of potentially hazardous food?
Definition
milk and dairy, shell eggs, fish, meat, poultry, shellfish, baked potatoes, sprouts, soy products, sliced fruits and vegetables
Term
What is the best way to control the spread of virus when working with ready to eat food?
Definition
Practicing good hygiene
Term
Why should employees not be permitted to smoke while preparing or serving food?
Definition
small drops of saliva can contain thousands of pathogens and can get into food
Term
What is the proper procedure for using disposable gloves and hand sanitizers?
Definition
Hand gloves should be changed after every task or when they get dirty or worn out. Hand sanitizer should be used after you wash your hands to increase its effectivness
Term
What should we do to an employee who has a sore throat and fever?
Definition
Restrict them from working or handling food. If they are around a high risk population they are to be sent home
Term
What should an employee do if they have a cut on their finger?
Definition
The wound needs to be covered with an impermeable cover such as a finger cot or bandage
Term
What is the greatest risk to food safety in our industry?
Definition
Contamination of food by the food handler
Term
What is the policy for an employee who is HIV positive?
Definition
The person that has HIV is protected by civil rights acts and is not to be fired or transfered out of food handling duties siply because they have the disease
Term
What is meant by the term “personal hygiene?”
Definition
They are practices preformed for the preservation of health.
Term
What should a properly equipped hand washing station include?
Definition
Hot water, soap and approved drying sources such as single use paper towels or air blow drying
Term
How often should food handlers change their gloves?
Definition
They should change their gloves anytime they change to a new task or when the gloves become dirty or torn
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